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Crete: Knossos Archaeological Site Ticket

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Discover the Palace of Knossos which is one of the most important Bronze Age archaeological sites in Europe. Explore what was once the political center of the mysterious Minoan civilization & culture.

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  • Knossos archaeological site self-guided audio tour (if option selected)
  • Regular entry ticket
  • Heraklion city self-guided audio tour (all options)
  • Hotel pick up/drop off service
  • Personal expenses
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Knossos Archaeological Site
Knosos 71409, Greece

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Knossos Archaeological Site

Experience Knossos Palace which is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and probably the ceremonial and political centre of the Minoan civilization and culture. Knossos is the birthplace of Minoan civilization and the origin of the myth of labyrinth. It contains the largest of the Minoan palaces which dated back to 2000 B.C. that has been partially restored.Excavated in the early 20th century by the great English archaeologist Arthur Evans. The ruins and rebuilt parts belong to the last and largest Minoan Palace, the labyrinth of Knossos. Built 3700 years ago, is over 1000 pieces. This palace was even a health system and was decorated with impressive murals. The throne of King Minos is still intact.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This ticket is for travelers over 25 years. The reduced-price tickets are not available online
  • Infants aged 0-5, and EU citizens under 25 receive free admission upon providing their ID at the ticket booth at the Acropolis site. Non-EU citizens under 25 receive a reduced-price entry (April-October) upon providing their ID at the ticket booth.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Crete: Knossos Archaeological Site Ticket?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Crete: Knossos Archaeological Site Ticket?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Knossos archaeological site self-guided audio tour (if option selected).
  • Regular entry ticket.
  • Heraklion city self-guided audio tour (all options).
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pick up/drop off service.
  • Personal expenses.
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Crete: Knossos Archaeological Site Ticket will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Knossos archaeological site self-guided audio tour (if option selected)
  • Regular entry ticket
  • Heraklion city self-guided audio tour (all options)
  • Hotel pick up/drop off service
  • Personal expenses

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This ticket is for travelers over 25 years. The reduced-price tickets are not available online
  • Infants aged 0-5, and EU citizens under 25 receive free admission upon providing their ID at the ticket booth at the Acropolis site. Non-EU citizens under 25 receive a reduced-price entry (April-October) upon providing their ID at the ticket booth.

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